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CRA breach settlement claims have opened: How much money could you get?

Many Canadians are entitled to compensation from a 2020 CRA class action settlement. Here is what you need to...

CRA breach settlement claims have opened: How much money could you get?

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Can you deduct your cell phone on your tax return?

Cell phone related expenses may be deductible for some taxpayers, even if they were missed in the past.

Can you deduct your cell phone on your tax return?

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How do you take RDSP withdrawals?

Learn how RDSP withdrawals work, including the 10-year rule, grant repayment requirements, taxes, and mandatory withdrawals after age 60.

How do you take RDSP withdrawals?

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What is the Quick Method of Accounting for GST?

The GST quick method can simplify tax reporting for small businesses—but it’s not right for everyone. Here’s who qualifies...

What is the Quick Method of Accounting for GST?

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What are reasonable long-term financial planning assumptions?

What inflation, investment return, and life expectancy assumptions should Canadians use for retirement planning? Here’s what financial planners recommend.

What are reasonable long-term financial planning assumptions?

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What is the Saskatchewan Pension Plan?

The Saskatchewan Pension Plan gives Canadians another way to save for retirement, with low fees, locked-in contributions, and...

What is the Saskatchewan Pension Plan?

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Tax write-offs that Canadians often get wrong

Tax season brings plenty of confusion—and costly mistakes. Here are some commonly misunderstood expenses Canadians often try (but fail)...

Tax write-offs that Canadians often get wrong

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How to confirm your CPP pension

CPP and QPP are cornerstones of retirement income for Canadians. How do you confirm what you are entitled to...

How to confirm your CPP pension

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What’s new (and gone) for your 2025 tax return, due April 2026

Filing your 2025 taxes in 2026? Here are the key changes, cancelled credits, and CRA updates Canadians need...

What’s new (and gone) for your 2025 tax return, due April 2026